Description
Milk and Orange Juice is a creamy citrus drink made by carefully blending chilled orange juice with whole milk and plain Greek yogurt. When prepared in the correct order, the result is smooth, refreshing, and lightly sweet with a balanced tang. This recipe is quick to prepare, uses simple ingredients, and works well as a breakfast drink, snack, or light refreshment.
Ingredients
Two and a half cups fresh orange juice, well chilled and pulp free
Half a cup whole milk, cold for best texture
One quarter cup plain Greek yogurt such as Chobani Plain Greek Yogurt, Fage Total 5 Percent Plain, or Cabot Plain Greek Yogurt
One cup ice cubes
Up to two tablespoons granulated sugar, optional and adjustable
Two ounces fresh orange slices for garnish
Instructions
1. Combine the sugar, whole milk, and Greek yogurt in a large pitcher
2. Stir gently until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture looks smooth and creamy
3. Slowly pour the orange juice into the milk mixture while stirring constantly
4. Continue stirring until the color and texture are completely uniform
5. Add the ice cubes and stir gently to chill the drink evenly
6. Pour into glasses, garnish with fresh orange slices, and serve immediately
Notes
All ingredients should be well chilled before starting to reduce the risk of separation
Orange juice should be added slowly while stirring to maintain a smooth consistency
Whole milk works best for stability and creaminess
Taste the mixture before adding all the sugar since orange sweetness can vary
This drink is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated briefly and stirred before serving
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American